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Let's give a shout-out to our awesome school principals and directors who strive daily to ensure their staff and buildings are providing the best education for our students! We appreciate them all!
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Chillicothe Elementary Schools would like to recognize Mrs. Chris Shearer, Mrs. Sara Eller and Mrs. Jessica O'Berry on National Administrative Professionals Day! Our students, staff and community are so thankful for each of you!!!
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Don't forget! Gov. Mike Parson will be visiting CES TODAY and will be available to meet the public during a book signing event to promote his book, "No Turnin' Back G57," from 4 to 4:30 PM in the Library. Everyone is welcome to attend!
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These Field School students took a trip to KCHI to perform a Public Service Announcement (PSA) for our Summer School program. Thank you, Tom and KCHI for supporting the Chillicothe R-II School District! Summer School will be held from May 22-June 26. For more information about Summer School call 660-646-2909.
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Summer school enrollment is happening NOW! Join us May 22-June 26. We have a fun and enriching curriculum planned for students going into K-9th grade! Plus students can earn up to $100 for attending! Call Field School at 660-646-2909 with questions.
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Check out our latest aerial photos of the ongoing CES Expansion Project! Things are moving right along and we are so excited!
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We'd like to give a huge shout-out to the many volunteers who work in our District and help make it the best around! You are appreciated!
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We're excited to show the progress of the CES Expansion progress over the past few weeks! Workers are mudding the sheet rock and, in some cases, painting the walls! Interior cabinets have also arrived and underground storm drainage work is also happening. Take a look!
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We'd like to give a huge shout-out to our awesome school librarians, who work to find just the right book for our young readers and help them find countless resources and materials for them every day! You are appreciated!
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Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? Look no further! Our Summer Journey Program is back and better than ever. Join us May 22-June 26th for an enriching journey filled with learning, fun, and exciting activities. Register now to reserve your spot. Transportation forms are due by April 19th to ensure transportation to and from summer school!
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We're looking ahead to next school year and can't wait to meet some of our youngest Hornets and their parents! Make sure to mark your calendar and plan on attending this special event for a look at our plans for our incoming kindergarten students in 2024-25. See you then!
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Thank you, Mrs. Burnside and Mrs. Young, for the hard work you do, as well as your dedication to education for the students, staff, and families at Chillicothe Elementary Schools!
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We couldn't educate our students without them! Let's give a huge shout out to our wonderful paraprofessionals today! You are amazing!
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Have you visited the Elementary Art Show yet? 🎨 If not, there is still time to view the amazing artwork from our kindergarteners through 5th graders. The Art Show’s last day is April 5th. If you have visited the Art Show share your pictures in the comments below. 📷
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Just a friendly reminder to our Hornet Family!
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Parents: Field School sewer issues have been repaired and we are prepared for school as usual tomorrow!
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Parents: The Field Building is experiencing sewer problems and will be closed this afternoon. Students are being transported to the stadium for fun afternoon activities. Students will return to Field for afternoon dismissal. You may still contact the Field School office if needed.
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Our R-II maintenance workers make sure our buildings run safely and smoothly for our students and staff throughout the year. In observance of National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day, we would like to express our thanks to Mike Jones & Kyle Chambers. We appreciate you!
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February 22nd is National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day and we sure appreciate our hard-working and dedicated bus drivers! Thank you for all you do to ensure the safe transport of our students!
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The Chillicothe R-II Board of Education will meet Tuesday, Feb. 20th at 6 PM at the Administrative Offices for a regular meeting. To view the agenda, please click on the following link: https://go.boarddocs.com/mo/chillicothe/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CZKT4J751574
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