South Callaway District Newsletter
July 23, 2026
Greetings from South Callaway R-II! While we aren't quite ready to welcome everyone back just yet, we know how quickly calendars fill up this time of year and wanted to ensure you've got some important dates on your calendar. Whenever you are ready to start planning for back to school, you should find all of the information needed below. Stay tuned for another district newsletter as we get closer to starting what we know will be another a great year at SC!
Upcoming Events
Preschool Screenings
- Where: SC EC Building
- When: July 27-July 30 from 8:00am - 6:00pm
- Click Here to Register
Camp Kindergarten
- Where: SC EC Building
- When: July 27-July 30 from 7:45am - 3:15pm
Bulldog Power Up (students entering grades 3-5)
- Where: Drop-off & pick-up is at the Elementary Playground
- Due to construction, camp will take place in HS classrooms
- When: July 27-July 30 from 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Please note that the HS office will be closed. Contact Mrs. Jenkins at nicole.jenkins@sc.k12.mo.us regarding any late drop offs or early pickups.
- Click Here to Register
Middle School Readiness Camp (students entering grades 6)
- Where: Drop-off is at the HIGH SCHOOL front doors
- When: July 27-July 29 from 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Please note that the HS office will be closed. Contact Mrs. Hecktor at danielle.hecktor@sc.k12.mo.us regarding any late drop offs or early pickups.
- Click Here to Register
Device Distribution (only for students entering grades 6-12)
- Where: HS Gym/Commons
- When: August 10 - 12:00pm - 7:00pm & August 11 - 11:00am - 6:00pm
- iPad Protection Plan Fee:
- EC/ES Students: $20 to join; $20 to renew
- MS/HS Students: $40 to join; $20 to renew
- Families with multiple students have a cap of $60
- Forego this fee entirely simply by filling out a Free & Reduced Meal Application!
- Where: New EC Gymnasium
- When: August 11 from 2:00pm - 7:00pm
*Additional information for events can be found in graphics below or by clicking the registration links.*
Registration
- HS Gym/Commons
- August 10 - 12:00pm - 7:00pm
- August 11 - 11:00am - 6:00pm
REMINDER: ALL STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 3, 6, 9 will need to submit 2 forms for proof of residency. Click here to see which documents are accepted.
Take Note!
School Supply Lists 26-27
Important Dates
- Final Dead Week: August 1 - August 8
First day of fall High School practices August 10th (Cheerleading, Softball, Girls Golf, Football, XC)
First day of fall Middle School practices August 17th (Cheerleading, Softball, Football, XC)
All Athletes and Marching Band members must have a physical before the first day of practice. Please contact the District Athletic Director if you are unsure of your child's physical status. tony.brandt@sc.k12.mo.us
- Open House: Monday, August 24 (5pm-7pm)
- First Day of School: Wednesday, August 26
Mr. Corey Pontius
Superintendent
South Callaway R-II School District
10135 State Road C, Mokane, MO 65059
Phone: 573-676-5225
Fax: 573-676-5134