Puxico R-8 School District

We are so thankful for Mrs. McGill and her dedication to Puxico and the kids! She has dedicated a lot of her time and effort to help our kids excel and grow in their reading journey! We are so glad she is an Indian!

THANK YOU PUXICO BOARD OF EDUCATION! As we move through another academic year at Puxico School, it's important to take a moment to recognize and appreciate the incredible work of our School Board of Education. Their dedication to our students and staff is truly commendable, and it makes a significant difference in our school community. The members of our school board are not just decision-makers; they are passionate volunteers who give their time and energy to enhance the educational experience for all. Their involvement in various school projects reflects a deep commitment to creating an enriching environment for students. Whether it’s attending school events, serving during staff development activities, surprising our student body with special guest visitors 🎅🏼, leading a cheering section, presenting for class and vocational education needs, or participating in campus project efforts, their hands-on approach inspires us all to engage in the betterment of our schools. As we express our gratitude, let’s remember that the work of the school board is not always easy. They navigate complex challenges and make tough decisions, all while keeping our school community's best interests at heart. Their resilience and commitment do not go unnoticed, and we are truly thankful for their service. In closing, let us extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Puxico School Board of Education. Thank you for your countless hours of volunteer work, your commitment to our projects, and your unwavering focus on our students and staff.

Wow! It’s so hard to pick the winners. We have some amazing kids at Puxico Elementary! #libraryleaderaward

The District 20 FBLA conference was held on the campus of Three Rovers College yesterday. We had 52 members in attendance. Of those 52 attendees, 39 individuals/teams placed in the top 5 in the competitive events that they participated in with 36 of those qualifying to advance to the state competition. If you see any of these members, please congratulate them on a job well done!

Thanks to everyone that participated in our Hat Day fundraiser!

Big night tonight! JV at 4 and Varsity at 8:30. Show up early tonight!

SCAA action tips off tonight. Varsity plays at 5:30, JV at 7. Aycorp Media has full coverage of the tournament! https://www.youtube.com/@AycorpSports

Come to the library to fall in love with a book!

Friday night was a special night for the Puxico School district as we celebrated homecoming and hall of fame on the same night. Congratulations to all of past valedictorians and salutatorians from the years 2015-2021 for your accomplishments and for being inducted to the Puxico Hall of Fame. Congratulations to 2024 Valedictorian Austin Harbin and Salutatorian Carly Barnfield for your induction as well. We also had the pleasure of inducting Coach Ronnal Clinton to the Puxico Hall of Fame. Coach Clinton touched so many lives during his time at Puxico and had a lasting impact on so many students and players some of Coach Clinton’s accomplishments include: Jr: High Head Boys Basketball Coach 1986-1995 During that time the team won: 7 - 1st place SCAA Tournament Championships and 4 - 2nd place wins in the SCAA Tournament High School Boys Basketball Assistant Coach 1985-1995 Jr. High Girls Basketball Head Coach 1992-1999 High School Girls Basketball Head Coach 1994-1999 High School Head Boys Baseball Coach 1986-1992 High School Assistant Boys Baseball Coach 1993-1999 Jr: High and High School Head Boys Basketball Coach 2018-19 With family and friends in attendance we were able to honor Coach Clinton with a plaque and certificate for all of his accomplishments and his induction. Thank you Coach Clinton for your 23 years of service to the district. We would also like to thank Coach Jim Davis for delivering a great speech in honor of Coach Clinton. Lastly, we held our homecoming ceremony. Although we did not have a game, the Indians basketball team held a public scrimmage for everyone to enjoy. Following the scrimmage we crowned a new King and Queen. Congratulations to Grant McMillan and Laney Porter for winning King and Queen. Everyone looked amazing on this special night . We would thank Ms. Garner and everyone that help decorate for the homecoming ceremony and thank you to Mrs. Haynes, Mrs. Baldwin, and STUCO for sponsoring the dance. Thank you to Mrs. Fernetti and FCCLA for helping set up and serving food and drinks. Also thank you to Michelle Owens for taking pictures and Puxico florist for donating the flowers for the homecoming ceremony.

🚨 FAFSA Night Reminder! 🚨 Families of seniors, don’t forget that FAFSA Night is Wednesday, January 22nd, at the high school from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM! To be prepared, make sure you’ve created your FAFSA ID. This step is essential to complete your FAFSA application. Instructions for creating the ID were sent home with students several months ago in their senior mailboxes, but here’s a quick reminder: 1️⃣ Visit https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch 2️⃣ Follow the steps to create your FAFSA ID. 3️⃣ Write down your username and password in a safe place—you’ll need it for the application! We’ll see you tomorrow to help complete this important step for your student’s future. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out before the event! 💻🎓

Dear Puxico R-8 School Community, I am thrilled to share some fantastic news that exemplifies the commitment and dedication we value so deeply at our school! Please join me in celebrating Mrs. Mandy McMillan for being named the V.F.W. District 15 Teacher of the Year! Since joining our Puxico family in September 2005, Mandy has shown unwavering passion and dedication to shaping the minds and hearts of our students. Her impact on our community cannot be overstated, and we are so grateful for her years of service. Mrs. McMillan's roots in education run deep, coming from a family of educators. She is not only an exemplary teacher, but also a loving wife to Brandon McMillan and a dedicated mother to her two wonderful sons, Grant and Luke. Let’s all take a moment to express our appreciation for her hard work and commitment to making our school a better place. Congratulations, Mrs. McMillan, on this well-deserved recognition! With great pride, Cindy Crabb Superintendent Puxico R-8 School

More JH Beta pictures.

Another great week to be a Puxico Indian! 🧡🖤 Our JH Beta Students worked hard and represented well at the Puxico Junior Beta Convention! Layla Stewart ran for State VP, she may not have won but her speech was great and the skit recieved 4th place! Definitely took a lot of courage to represent on that stage! Our other winners were as follows: Computer Science Health and PE Science Marketing and Communications Campaign Skit Drawing Club Trading Pin Cake Decorating Solo Dancer/Premier Performer Puxico Junior High is proud of all our Beta students for their hardwork and dedication! 🧡🖤 Also, special shoutout to all the parents and additional chaperones who tag along to help make this trip go smooth! Thank you for your support!

Missouri Beta Convention will kick off in Branson on Tuesday, January 14 at the Hilton Convention Center. Below you will find the links to the schedules and live-streams! The QR Code provided will take you to the Beta App with more detailed information. https://docs.google.com/.../1jvzivgiGXwGG1ItHP8.../edit...

🎓 Attention Puxico High School Senior Families! Three Rivers College will be at Puxico High School on Wednesday , January 22, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a drop-in event to assist families in completing their FAFSA. 💡 This event is open to all senior families, even if your student doesn’t plan to attend Three Rivers in the fall. Completing the FAFSA is a requirement for the A+ Scholarship and is essential for students to access financial aid opportunities. Bring your questions, required documents, and stop by anytime during the event! Don’t miss this chance to get personalized help and check this important task off your to-do list. 📅 When: Wednesday, January 22 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 Where: Puxico High School Let’s set your student up for success—see you there!

It was a great day back in the library. The library leaders for today 1-7-25.

Mrs. Smothers 6th Grade Social Students had review day using Christmas themed stations! From “The Wet Bandits” dismantling the U.S., The Scrooge scrambling the capitals and state names and finally making rhymes like Dr. Suess’ The Grinch using the names of states and capitals. The kids enjoyed doing something different for this review day!

It was so nice to have a visit from one of our favorite bakers. Thank you John Davis for staying up late and getting up early to make all these sweet treats. 😆 We are definitely spoiled! Merry Christmas!

We scared off that mean old Grinch and now we are less than one week away from our Christmas Break. This week will be a busy one with finals for JH & HS. Check in with your child and make sure they have everything good to go before the semester ends on Friday, December 20. We will dismiss on Friday at 12:30. Finish this semester strong Puxico R-8! #GoPuxico

A huge thank you to Ozark Federal Credit Union for hosting an awesome Reality Fair for our seniors today! 🎉 They got a crash course in budgeting, organization, and financial skills to help them crush it in the real world. 💡💸 Big shoutout to the community pros who pitched in to share their expertise—it made all the difference! Our students left feeling confident, prepared, and ready to budget before they spend. What an amazing experience!