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Dear Lions Family,

We have had a wonderful first week of school! I am already so impressed with our students—their kindness, effort, and positive attitudes have set such a great tone for the year. It has also been a joy to see families in the drop-off line and to share quick morning greetings.

That said, I’ve noticed I may be slowing the flow of traffic during drop-off. I will keep my morning conversations brief, and I would greatly appreciate your help in keeping the line moving smoothly. Please ensure that:

• Students exit from the passenger side of the vehicle, when possible.

• Cars pull as far forward as possible, up toward the Lion Statue.

• The main parking lot is not used for drop-off.

Following these guidelines will not only improve traffic flow but also help ensure that all students use the front entrance safely, as it is the only door open in the mornings. For security purposes, all other doors remain locked, and staff have been instructed to direct students to the front entrance.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep mornings safe and efficient!

Keep up to date with our school information on our website page, Facebook page and school communication app:

https://www.tuscumbialions.k12.mo.us/

https://www.facebook.com/tuscumbialions.k12

Here are some important dates to put on your September calendar.....

September 1-No School

September 12-Midterm Grading Period, School Pictures, and Fall Sports (HS Softball and JH Boys and Girls Basketball)

September 13-FFA Tractor Pull

September 15-No School

September 20-Pig and Pickle

Other Important Dates throughout the school year.....

October 3-Senior BBQ

October 8-STUCO Blood Drive

October 11-Alumni Dinner

October 23-Parent Teacher Conference

November 7-Carnival

Mrs. Alicia Burrows

Principal

Dick's Sporting Goods Sale

THIS WEEKEND: Get 20% Off at Dick’s Sporting Goods August 22-25

Share with your student-athletes, school families, colleagues, and friends, and snag deals at your local Dick’s Sporting Goods from August 22-25 as part of the Missouri State High School Activities Association Fall Sports Appreciation Weekend!

Print the coupon here and bring it to any Missouri store to redeem.

Please click here for a list of this year's meal prices, including the cost for reduced meals. This is also included every week with this newsletter in the Quick Links section.

It's not too late to complete a free/reduced meals form, and if you need assistance with it, please let us know. If your financial circumstances change during the year, you can complete one at any time--just request a form from the building office.

• 8/26: Softball Jamboree @ St. Elizabeth, 5:00 p.m.
• 8/28: Softball vs Eldon, 5:00 p.m.
• 8/29: Baseball vs Stoutland, 5:00 p.m.; Softball @ Humansville Tournament, 6:05 p.m.
• 8/30: Softball @Humansville Tournament, 10:00 a.m.
• 9/1: NO SCHOOL--Labor Day
• 9/3: Softball & Baseball @ Pilot Grove, 5:00 p.m.
• 9/4: PTO meeting, 6:00 p.m., HS library
• 9/5: Softball @ Climax Springs, 5:00 p.m.

The mission of the Miller County R-III School District, in partnership with our students, parents, staff, and community, is to promote PRIDE and provide a quality education that inspires our students to be lifelong learners.

2025-26 Meal Prices

2025-26 School Calendar

Purchase student accident insurance from K&K

Calendar of All School Events

Title I Resources:

School Wide Program Plan

School, Parent, and Family Engagement Policy

Parents Right to Know

The Miller County R-III School District has the following openings available:

• Custodian, nights, $15/hour plus insurance and retirement benefits; flexible hours--8-hour shift after school hours; must pass a fingerprint background check.
• Substitute Teachers, as needed, $105/day, must have substitute certificate and pass a background check.
• Substitute Bus Drivers, as needed, $31.60 per route (a.m. or p.m.) and $15/hour for trip drivers, including wait time. If you do not have a CDL, we have an on-site trainer who will train you if you commit to substituting for our district.

Interested parties should contact Dr. Spencer at tspencer@tuscumbialions.k12.mo.us, or come by central office during working hours for an application.

It's always a great day to be a Lion! Come join our Pride!

The Miller County R-III School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

The process for getting a CDL is not difficult, and we will help you! Here is what you need to do:

• Take the written portion of the exam. Here is the study guide. You can get a printed copy at any testing site. You will need to take the test for School Bus, Class B with passengers. You do NOT need to test for air brakes.
• After you pass all portions, take the paper the testing site gives you to the license office and get your permit. You also have to take 2 forms of proof-of-residency and a photo ID.
• Come see us--James Luttrell is our federally approved site trainer, and he will provide your training to take the pre-check and driving portions of the test. He will also take you to the testing site when you take the test. Before he does that, we will need you to complete an application and get a fingerprint background check to ensure you are eligible to work for the district.
• After you pass your test, you will take your paperwork to the license office again with 2 forms of proof-of-residency and a photo ID and get your CDL.
• Keep all of your receipts--we reimburse for the permit, CDL, and fingerprints, and we pay for the drug testing and physical.
• As soon as you have a CDL, are approved by the Board, have a DOT physical, and pass a pre-employment drug test, you can sub bus routes and/or drive activity trips.

If you are interested in becoming a substitute teacher and you do not have the required 36 college hours, you can do an online course that will allow you to get a substitute certificate. Here is the link to that course, and here is the link to the DESE web page that gives you more information about what you need to do to get a substitute certification. Our daily rate for subs for the 2025-26 school year will be $100/day!