Green Ridge R-8 School District

🟣🐅🎶Harmony Camp🎶🐅🟡 Vocal Camp 📅July 13, 14, & 15th ⌚️9am-12pm Choreography Camp 📅July 13, 14, & 15th ⌚️1-7pm

🔬🎉 Happy Birthday to Mrs. Hilt! 🎉🔬

Please help us celebrate Mrs. Hilt today! 🎂
As our high school science teacher, her passion for discovery and dedication to student learning inspire curiosity and growth every day. 💜💛

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🌎🎉 Happy Birthday to Mr. Rollins! 🎉🌎

Join us in celebrating Mr. Rollins today! 🎂
As our junior high social studies teacher, his passion for history and dedication to helping students understand the world around them make a lasting impact every day. 💜💛

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Board Agenda for June 24, 2026.

🌟 Now Hiring: Paraprofessional 🌟

Green Ridge R-8 School District is looking for a caring, dependable Paraprofessional to join our team! This position plays an important role in supporting students and teachers throughout the school day.

What we’re looking for:
🍎 A positive, patient, and encouraging attitude
📚 Willingness to work with students individually and in small groups
🤝 Ability to support classroom teachers and help create a safe, welcoming learning environment
💜 Someone who truly enjoys working with children

Why join Green Ridge R-8?
Our school is a close-knit community where staff members support one another and make a real difference in students’ lives every day.

📩 Interested or want more information?
Please contact the Green Ridge R-8 School District or apply through our school office.

Come be a part of something meaningful and help our students succeed!

🌎🎉 Happy Birthday to Mr. Taylor! 🎉🌎

Please help us celebrate Mr. Taylor today! 🎂
As our 5th/6th grade social studies teacher, his passion for history, leadership, and dedication to his students make learning meaningful every day. 💜💛

Drop a 🎈 or 🎉 in the comments to wish him the happiest of birthdays!

#HappyBirthday #WeAppreciateYou #BestTeachers #SocialStudies

🎉🥳 Happy Birthday to Kylee Wells! 🥳🎉

Join us in celebrating Kylee today! 🎂
As a paraprofessional, her support, patience, and dedication make a positive difference for students every single day. 💜💛

Drop a 🎈 or 🎉 in the comments to wish her the happiest of birthdays!

#HappyBirthday #SchoolFamily #WeAppreciateYou

🎉🥳 Happy Birthday to Mrs. Lamar! 🥳🎉

Please help us celebrate Mrs. Lamar today! 🎂🍎
As our kindergarten teacher, her patience, kindness, and love for learning help our youngest students build a strong start every day. 💜💛

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#HappyBirthday #WeAppreciateYou #BestTeachers

🎉🥳 Happy Birthday to Mrs. Shoop! 🥳🎉

Help us celebrate Mrs. Shoop today! 🎂🍎
As our 2nd grade teacher, her kindness, patience, and passion for teaching help her students learn, grow, and shine every day. 💜💛

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#HappyBirthday #WeAppreciateYou #BestTeachers

🩺🎉 Happy Birthday to Nurse Young! 🎉🩺

Please help us celebrate Nurse Young today! 🎂
As our school nurse, her care, compassion, and dedication help keep our students and staff healthy, safe, and supported every day. 💜💛

Drop a 🎈 or 🎉 in the comments to wish her the happiest of birthdays!

#HappyBirthday #SchoolFamily #WeAppreciateYou #SchoolNurse

📚🎉 Happy Birthday to Mrs. Dove! 🎉📚

Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Dove today! 🎂
As our librarian, her love of reading and dedication to helping students discover new stories and information make a lasting impact every day. 💜💛

Drop a 🎈 or 🎉 in the comments to wish her the happiest of birthdays!

#HappyBirthday #WeAppreciateYou #SchoolFamily #LibraryLove

State Track Update:
Our six athletes worked hard this Friday and Saturday at the Class 1 Track and Field State Championship in Jefferson City. While they fell short of the podium, we couldn't be prouder of them and their finishing at the top of the State in our Class!!! 👏

* Mya Edington: 12th triple jump

* Rylee Donaldson, Alita Lemanski, Natalie Misail & Mya Edington: 13th 4x400m Relay

*Rylee Donaldson, Natalie Misail, Mya Edington & Callie Knoernschild: 13th 4x800m Relay

*Wyatt Crawford: 16th 200m dash

Wish our six track and field athletes well as they compete in the MSHSAA Class 1 State Championship tomorrow and Saturday at JC High School. Run fast and jump far Tigers. We're already proud of you!!

Mrs. Nevels’ 7th grade reading class spent the past few mornings reading to the Kindergarten and first graders. They took turns, letting the littles also read books to them. They celebrated the end of reading class with a book club party. Everyone brought a food that coincided with their book.

Elementary Parents and Guardians:
Due to the recent weather trends we will no longer be doing a water based field day. We are switching our field day activities to indoor. We will have a couple of blow up obstacle courses and a bounce house, along with some other fun games. With our activties changing your student no longer needs swimwear. All students should wear comfortable clothes for physical activity, socks (must be worn), and a water bottle to stay hydrated. We are excited to have some fun with your students! Thank you to PTO for sponsoring our field day!

Full results for our track and field athletes who competed in the Class 1, Sectional 3 track meet Saturday.
Wyatt Crawford:
4th, 200m dash (State qualifier)
7th, 100m dash

Mya Edington:
2nd, 4x400m (State qualifier)
2nd, 4x800m (State qualifier)
4th, Triple jump (State qualifier)
6th, 800m

Rylee Donaldson:
2nd, 4x400m (State qualifier)
2nd, 4x800m (State qualifier)

Callie Knoernschild:
2nd, 4x800m (State qualifier)
7th, 3200m

Natalie Misail:
2nd, 4x400m (State qualifier)
2nd, 4x800m (State qualifier)

Alita Lemanski:
2nd, 4x400m (State qualifier)
5th, Long jump
7th, Triple jump

Natalie Demshick:
7th, 300m Hurdles

Our 8th grade classes enjoyed a field trip to Ozark Caverns with Mrs. Donaldson, Mrs. Nevels and Miss Holly last week. The weather was perfect and our students received high praise from our tour guides for their great behavior (always a nice bonus). Thanks to PTO for helping fund this fieldtrip!

4th grade took over Friday for an unforgettable field trip as they traveled to The Rush Funplex in KC. The location included mini golf, bowling, laser tag, and nonstop laughter! ⛳🎳🔫 We even enjoyed a nice picnic in the park before heading home for the day! From friendly competition to silly moments and huge smiles, these students made memories that are good enough to last a lifetime. It’s hard to believe our time together is coming to an end, but what a fun way to celebrate an amazing year of learning, growing, and making friendships that will last far beyond 4th grade. 🐅💛💜

5th grade students have been working on writing 5 different types of poems (acrostic, diamante, haiku, limerick, shape). They celebrated their writing by hosting a poetry cafe. Parents were invited to listen to students read aloud the poems they have written while enjoying snacks and drinks. We have some very creative poets!