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Below you will find news and information about the Republic School District. As a reminder, regular issues of Tiger Talk will be distributed on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month during the school year. Two summer issues will be distributed as well.
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School Zone Flashers Near RHS Update
In partnership with the City of Republic and MODOT, the three school zone flashers we announced earlier this fall are currently being installed near Republic High School. A final implementation date has not yet been given to the district, but we are optimistic it will be very soon.
When flashing, the school zone flashers will require drivers to reduce their speed to 45 mph. We feel the addition of these flashers will assist in keeping our young drivers, and the entire community, safe when travelling near RHS. Below is a map with the approximate locations of the school zone flashers.
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Attempted Kidnapping Information
On Thursday, September 22 at approximately 8:10 p.m. a 10 year old boy reported an attempted kidnapping on Hines Street near Boston Lane in Republic. The child was able to get free from the kidnappers almost immediately and ran to safety where he reported the crime to police. We are beyond thankful to report that the child suffered no physical injuries and is safe.
Police are still looking for three suspects (2 males and a female) described below who were traveling in a white minivan with side rear windows that were covered in something similar to white window chalk.
Suspect #1 Driver- White female adult with blond hair.
Suspect #2 Passenger- White male adult with short dark hair.
Suspect #3 Rear Passenger- White male adult, shoulder length brown straggly hair, gray mustache and goatee with long sideburns. Wearing a brown shirt.
If you have any information regarding this investigation, please contact the Republic Police Department at 417-732-3910 and ask to speak with Lieutenant Tim Wheeler.
We are working closely with the Republic Police Department to provide any assistance needed in this investigation. In addition we will work with this child and his family in the days to come with appropriate resources to help process this incident.
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Emergency Communication: Lockout vs. Lockdown
To appropriately communicate various situations that could potentially take place
throughout the school year, two specific terms will be utilized: lockout and lockdown. These terms have very different meanings and very different procedures that will take place when implemented. Our goal is to effectively communicate what is taking place in our buildings during these various situations, and we felt these two terms most accurately will help in achieving this goal.
Lockout
A lockout will take place when there is an incident or situation where there is no direct danger or threat
perceived toward students, employees, or school facilities. Business as usual will continue to take place within our school building walls. However, students are brought inside from any outdoor activities and
doors are additionally secured.
It is important to note that our buildings operate daily in near-lockout status. Perimeter doors are locked and visitors are screened at the building's entrance.
Example of a lockout situation: A neighboring district is in lockdown. As a precaution we may put our buildings into a lockout due to community unrest until the situation is resolved.
Lockdown
A lockdown will take place when there is a situation or the district has received information regarding a potential threat to students and employees. Internal procedures, which are practiced throughout the year, are implemented. Emergency personnel may be called on site to assist.
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Friday Early Release
Each Friday the Republic School District participates in an early release. Weekly release is a research based best practice which allows teachers and administrators time to work together each week in a structured manner. Students are dismissed one hour early each Friday per the below schedule. During this time teachers meet in grade level/departmental teams to focus on instructional practices and responding to student learning needs.
FRIDAY EARLY RELEASE SCHEDULE:
RHS: 1:30 p.m.
RMS: 1:40 p.m.
Elementary: 2:30 p.m.
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Board of Education Meeting Recap
This month's Board of Education meeting took place on September 15. After the Pledge of Allegiance was recited and the agenda adopted, the consent agenda (
see details on BoardDocs) was approved. An update from MSBA was viewed as well (
click HERE to watch).
Newly appointed City Administrator, David Cameron briefly presented to the board regarding his excitement about building upon the strong relationship the district has with the City of Republic. Art teachers across the district created a display of their personal artwork. In addition, a video was viewed that showcased art education in Republic (
Click HERE to view). Co-President, Kelly Hicks provided an update to the Board regarding CTA. The group's full report can be found on
BoardDocs.
Superintendent, Chance Wistrom, provided the monthly Superintendent's Report which focused on enrollment, attendance, and finance. His report and all district administrative reports can be found on
BoardDocs.
The Board of Education discussed several policies, and also listened to a presentation by Dr. Dick Bartow, Vice President of George K. Baum regarding bond opportunities available to the district. In addition, the Board of Education discussed the possibility of constructing a new activity facility. If approved in the coming months, it would be a no tax increase bond proposal listed on the April 4, 2017 ballot. The board directed district administration to move forward in gathering feedback from the community about the proposal.
The only action item that took place was the approval of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for architectural services.
The next regular meeting will take place on October 20 with open session beginning at 7:00 p.m.
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FREE Student Flu Vaccine Clinic, 10/25 & 10/27
The Republic School District will be partnering again with Jordan Valley Community Health Center's mobile unit to offer a FREE Student Flu Vaccine Clinic on
October 25th and 27th. More information will be distributed soon! This clinic will provide the shot only, no mist.
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Football Homecoming THIS FRIDAY, 9/30
Football Homecoming is Friday, September 30. Crowning of the queen will take place during half-time of the varsity game, which begins at 7:00 p.m. The Tigers will take on Branson. A dance for RHS students will also take place from 9:30-11:30 p.m.
The 2016 Homecoming candidates and attendants are as follows:
Senior candidate: Taylor Fergen escort Jase Houchin
Senior candidate: Sydney Gill escort Jared Wininger
Senior candidate: Jasey Overholser escort Mitchell Coiner
Freshman attendant: Emilee Sullivan escort Blake Hulland
Sophomore attendant: Abigail Williams escort Quinn Prater
Junior attendant: Kaylin Glenn escort Jesse Vlaarkamp
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Individual Student State Assessment Reports
Each spring students across the district participate in state assessments. We have been notified by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) that Individual Student Reports (ISR) are available. During Parent Teacher Conferences, which will be held the week of October 31 (more information to come), individual student reports will be distributed to students who were in grades 3 and 4 that completed the MAP-GLA test last spring. Students who are in grades 5-8 that completed the MAP-GLA assessment last spring will receive individual reports attached to their next progress report from the Republic Middle School. Students who are now at the high school in grade 9 will receive their reports during an upcoming Monday WIN time. A guide to interpreting your child's results will also be included in a parent/guardian letter which will also be shared at that time. If you have any questions or would like to see your child's report prior to the aforementioned distribution times, please contact your child's school counselor.
District level results have been embargoed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education until September 29. We will report this information at that time.
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District and Community Happenings
The tradition of Pumpkin Daze in Republic continues on Saturday, October 1. Plan to attend this celebration of fall on Republic's historic Main Street!
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Upcoming Dates
September 26 & 27: RHS Parent Teacher Conferences
September 30
: RHS Progress Reports Distributed
October 19-November 2: Major Saver Discount Card Fundraiser (EC-8th Grade)
October 21: K-12 Grade Cards Distributed
Week of October 31: Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences (more info to come)
For additional events and dates, visit the district calendar
HERE.
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For questions or comments please contact me via
email or by calling 417-732-3605.
Sincerely,
Josey McPhail Director of Communications
Republic School District |
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