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Preparing Each Student for a Successful Future
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As a reminder, the Staff Communicator will be distributed each Thursday that we are in session, and two summer issues are also distributed. Archived copies can be found on the "Communications Department" web page.
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Helping Our Own...
In Republic we are well-known for coming together to help those in need. Unfortunately, the list of our own team members in need has grown. Below you'll find information about each situation and how, if you feel led, you can help.
 Audrey Pearce (Asst. Superintendent, Dr. Matt Pearce's daughter and first grade student at Price)
During spring break, 7 year old Audrey Pearce began to have severe abdominal pain and many sleepless nights. For those that don't know, Audrey is an infant heart transplant recipient so when these new issues surfaced her medical team went into action to determine the cause.
Audrey is now at St. Louis Children's Hospital with a diagnosis of PTLD, which is code for post transplant cancer. Audrey's medical team has determined a plan of treatment that began Monday with installation of a port for Audrey to begin receiving chemotherapy to battle the cancer. A t-shirt fundraiser and GoFundMe account have been created to assist the Pearce family with expenses as they SUIT UP for the fight.
David Fenton, Director of Transportation
Since early January David has experienced some
serious health concerns, and was eventually diagnosed with amylosivosis. He has been in and out of the hospital numerous times including visits to Mayo and Barnes.
His wife, Becky (Schofield's music teacher), has been by his side through it all. To help with related expenses a t-shirt fundraiser is being hosted along with the creation of a GoFundMe account.
Grayson Barnhart (Sara Barnhart's son and Angela Bos' grandson--RMS teachers)
Eight month old, Grayson is currently in ICU where he is receiving care for shaken baby syndrome. He was found unresponsive at his babysitter's home earlier this week. A GoFundMe account was created and raised over $10,000! It has since been closed. In addition, a t-shirt fundraiser is being hosted. Also, a pasta dinner and silent auction is being held. Below are details.
WHAT: PASTA DINNER & SILENT AUCTION
WHEN: April 1 between 5:30-8:30 p.m. (come and go)
WHERE: Old Towne Event Center (next to Lowes)
*Those interested in providing silent auction items can call 844-1929.
*Take note the t-shirt order deadline for all three is Monday, April 3 at 9:00 a.m. Once shirts arrived, employees are invited to wear whichever shirt you'd like every Friday for the remainder of the school year in support of our team members.
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Summer School Enrollment
Summer school 2017 is just around the corner! Below are the dates and times. Enrollment will be done online, and the deadline is May 5. CLICK HERE for registration links and more information.
Elementary:
May 30-June 23
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
(Kindergarten & sibling pick-up at 2:40 p.m.)
Middle School and High School
May 30-June 22
7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
TAKE NOTE: Students attending summer school must be up-to-date on all required vaccinations for the grade they will be in for the 2017-2018 school year. This primarily impacts incoming kindergarten, 8th grade, 9th grade and 12th grade students.
CLICK HERE for a summary of these requirements. May 20 is the deadline to have vaccinations updated in order to attend summer school.
In partnership with Jordan Valley Community Health Center, a
FREE vaccination clinic will take place on April 28 and May 1 for ALL students needing vaccinations. Details regarding times and locations will be forthcoming.
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No Tax Levy Increase Bond Issue: RHS Activity Facility
The Republic School District Board of Education has approved a no tax levy increase bond issue to be placed on the April 4, 2017 ballot for a new, all-weather activity facility on the campus of Republic High School.
It is important to note that the tax-levy will not change from its current rate of $4.36 if the bond issue passes or fails.
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District Hires Two Assistant Principals
The Board of Education approved hiring two assistant principals during the March meeting. Eric Stephens at RHS and Leanne Gove at Lyon. Both will begin July 1, 2017.
Eric Stephens, RHS Assistant Principal
While student teaching at RHS in the spring of 2008, Mr. Stephens was offered a mathematics teaching position for the following school year. He is currently in his 9th year of teaching, all at Republic. During this time, he has taught courses ranging from Foundations of Algebra to AP Calculus. He has also coached volleyball both at the middle and high school, and he sponsors the Math Team and co-sponsors Scholar Bowl.
While he says he will miss having my own classroom, he is excited to work with a broader range of students and teachers on a daily basis. He said, "We have many exciting initiatives in the upcoming school year, and I am thrilled to lead and to learn with such talented students, teachers, and staff at RHS!"
Leanne Gove, Lyon Elementary
Mrs. Gove currently serves as a 5th grade teacher at Price Elementary and was recently selected to act as lead teacher for summer school. She will bring a strong instructional knowledge base to Lyon as she has taught in an elementary classroom for 11 years, served on a district curriculum development committee, and has a solid foundation and knowledge base of current district initiatives.
Mrs. Gove is a reflective thinker with an ability to problem solve in order to get the job done. She understands the importance of building strong relationships with staff, students, and Lyon families. She will begin to join in on upcoming activities at Lyon and will be introduced to Lyon students in April
Congratulations to these individuals as they take on their new leadership roles on our team!
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Kindergarten Screening Dates Set
The Republic School District will schedule kindergarten screening appointments starting Monday, February 27
th
. Kindergarten screening will be held for those children who reside in the Republic School District that will be 5 on or before July 31
st
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Screening appointment times are from 8:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m. at the building your child will be attending. You will call your building of attendance for an appointment.
To find out which building your child will be attending, CLICK HERE
and follow the instructions. If you have any questions, please contact the transportation department at 732-3680.
March 30: Price Elementary
732-3690
April 3: McCulloch Elementary
732-3620
April 5: Lyon Elementary
732-3630
April 6: Sweeny Elementary
732-3670
April 10: Schofield Elementary
732-3610
Please allow 90 minutes to complete the screening. During your child's screening appointment, parents will complete the Kindergarten enrollment paperwork. Please bring the following items:
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Child's birth certificate and immunization record
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Current proof of residency (utility bill: water, gas, electric; rental agreement, or real estate contract)
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Parent picture identification
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List of your child's doctors with phone numbers
- Emergency contacts with phone numbers
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Kindergarten Orientation: Save the Date
Incoming kindergarten families, save the date for KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION! This is an evening event that provides an opportunity for students and parents to see the school building, meet teachers and experience a real bus ride! While students are participating in activities throughout the building, parents will gather to meet faculty and learn what kindergarten is all about!
Tuesday, May 2: Sweeny and Lyon starting at
6:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 4: McCulloch, Price and Schofield starting at
6:00 p.m.
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Employee Children Enrollment Information
*For employees enrolling their child(ren) for the first time in our district. Also, for employees wanting to request an elementary building transfer.
Employees who...
reside outside of the Republic School District (non-resident) boundary that would like to enroll their student(s) in our district
OR
live within the Republic School District boundary, but desire their student(s) to attend an elementary site other than their designated school (the building in which you work)...
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ROAR Run Save the Date, MAY 6
Mark your calendars for this year's ROAR Run which will take place on
Saturday, May 6! For those not familiar, this is the district's 4th annual 5K race and 1 mile fun run/walk. It's an effort to provide our elementary and middle school running club students an opportunity to reach their goal of completing an official race! ROAR Run also raises funds for each school building and promotes overall wellness in our community. We usually have about 1000 people in attendance! It's truly a GREAT day to be a Republic Tiger!
Also,
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!!!!!!!!!! There's a free t-shirt involved for anyone who signs up to help!
CLICK HERE to see what volunteer opportunities are available. For student safety reasons, we are limiting volunteers to employees, PTO participants and student groups. Sign up now through April 20!
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Board of Education Election April 4
The annual election for the Republic School District Board of Education will take place on Tuesday, April 4. The five candidates below filed for the three 3-year term seats (candidates listed in order of appearance on the ballot.) Currently, Ed Cantrell, Denny Lawson and Vicki Neal hold these seats.
Denny Lawson
Tammy Messier
Todd Bassore
John Parker
Pamala Sells
In addition, PTO is hosting a MEET-N-GREET event TONIGHT for the aforementioned candidates. Details are below:
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Vote for Nurse Nancy!
We are thrilled to announce that McCulloch Elementary's nurse, Nancy Leonard has been named THE finalist for the state of Missouri in the America's Greatest School Nurse contest!! You can vote for Nurse Nancy to win the grand prize by visiting:
https://www.americasgreatestschoolnurse.com/
now through
April 16.
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Mobile Mammography Bus, April 28
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District Employment Opportunities
The district has several employment opportunities. Please share the following link with anyone you feel might be a good asset to our team.
A few examples of openings are listed below:
Tiger STRIPES employees
Preschool after school care staff
Special Education teacher
Speech & Language Pathologist
Grades 3-5 Literacy Specialist
Food Service
Transportation
Maintenance and Custodial positions
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Loan Forgiveness Program
In accordance with state law, the Republic R-III School District is required to provide all new employees with information regarding eligibility for the Public School Loan Forgiveness Program. Employees who work full-time in a public school district might be eligible for this program. The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans for borrowers after they have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan, as long as the borrower is not in default. For more information about the program and to determine if you are eligible under this program, go to the Missouri Department of Higher Education's wesite at:
http://dhe.mo.gov/resources/publicserviceemployees.php
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District & Community Events
The City of Republic is hosting a citywide clean-up day on April 22. CLICK HERE for details.
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Upcoming Dates
March 30: PTO Board of Education Meet-N-Greet, Heroes Coffee 5:30-7:00 p.m.
March 31: End of RHS Progress 10
April 4: Election Day
April 7: RHS progress reports distributed
April 13: End of K-8 Progress 4
April 14: District closed for Good Friday unless we have a snow day between now and then (surely not!), as that day will be used for a make-up day.
April 21: K-8 progress reports distributed
April 21: End of RHS Progress 11
April 28: RHS progress reports distributed
May 2: Lyon and Sweeny Kindergarten Orientation,
6:00 p.m.
May 4: McCulloch, Price and Schofield Kindergarten Orientation,
6:00 p.m.
May 14: RHS Graduation, JQH Arena
1:30 p.m.
May 16: 8th Grade Promotion, RHS gym
7:00 p.m.
May 17: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, half day for students (elementary grade cards distributed, RMS and RHS grade cards to be emailed in the coming days)
For additional dates, please view the website calendar
HERE.
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Sincerely,
Josey McPhail
Republic School District |
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