School
What’s the word?
Cassville Primary student Logan Schoelzel showed off his “Hero” speed during the Word Parade at Cassville schools on Thursday. Students pick a word, then create a poster with its definition and examples of its meaning, with costume examples also encouraged.
Cassville students explore future possibilities
Cassville student Carlos Barrientos, right, shakes the hand of a George’s Inc. representative at the annual Career Fair on Thursday at Cassville High School’s Performing Arts Center.
Purdy school board receives operations update
General operations and facility needs dominated much of the business of the Purdy Board of Education in October.
3 place at Beta Nationals
This summer, 13 members of the Cassville Intermediate Beta Club represented the school at the National Beta Convention June 27-29 in Orlando.
FFA hosts annual Food For America
Cassville student Ellie Gregory pets a horse at Cassville FFA’s Food for America event on Oct. 17. Food for America is an educational program designed by the National FFA Organization to teach younger students about agriculture through hands-on experiences and community outreach. Contributed photo
Co-teaching strengthens inclusion
Five years ago, the Cassville school district opted for a new special education approach, which combined with a change in office location is resulting in improved outcomes and parent participation in the program.
Cassville Wildcat Pride wins at Pitt State Homecoming Parade
The Cassville Wildcat Pride Marching Band kicked off its competitive season with a resounding victory at the Pittsburg State University Homecoming Parade held on Oct. 11.
Cassville Middle School teacher receives grant
Cassville Middle School (CMS) agriculture teacher, Mrs. McKenzie Brashers, has been awarded a $500 grant from the Missouri Retired Teachers Association and Foundation (MRTA). The grant is one of only 84 funded out of 595 applications statewide.
Cassville teacher recognized by MOSHAPE organization
The Cassville school district has announced that Cassville High School Teacher Erin Flehmer has been selected as the 2025 Physical Education Teacher of the Year for the Southwest District by the Missouri Society of Health and Physical Educators (MOSHAPE).
Purdy school board studies facility needs
The Purdy school board reviewed pressing facilities needs and updates on operations at its September meeting.
