SHS Student Wildcat Roar

EOC/MAP Make-Up Testing: M/T/W

Monday, April 27
9:00 am - Admin Meeting
2:45(ish) pm - Dual Credit meeting - WAIT FOR ALL-CALL
5:00 pm -V Baseball v. Cairo (Gate: Stephen Meyer/Admin: J. Clements)

Tuesday, April 28

11:00 am - Centerstone/Counselors/Admin Check-In meeting @Elementary Office
2:45 pm - Baseball dismissed to prepare for bus
5:00 pm - Baseball @New Franklin (Bus leaves @3:00 pm /Admin: J. Gochenour)

Wednesday, April 29

9:00 am - JH/HS Track @Glasgow (Bus leaves @8:00 am)
2:40 pm - HS Cheer Interest Meeting @Mr. Duncan's room
6:00 pm - FFA Banquet @Gym

Thursday, April 30

10:45 am - HS Schedule Reveal @Gym
12:15 pm - 9-11 grades pick schedules for 2026-27 @Gym
5:00 pm - Baseball v. Higbee (Gate: Key / Admin: J. Clements)

Friday, May 1 - Summer School Determination Day
11:55 am - HS Track released
1:00 pm - HS Track @Glasgow (Bus leaves @12:10 pm)

2:45 pm - Baseball dismissed to prepare for bus

5:00 pm - Baseball @Sweet Springs (Bus leaves @3:00 pm /Admin: J. Gochenour)

Saturday, May 2
3:00 pm - Baseball @CMU (Bus leaves @1:15 pm/Admin: J. Gochenour)

Track News

This week, TWO SHS Track & Field Records were broken:

Carter Duncan broke the Long Jump record. 21’6.25” (6.56m)

Payton Zdybel broke the Javelin record with a throw of 119’11” (36.55m)

Here's what the Booster Club posted to their Facebook Page:

SLATER WILDCATS… WE’VE GOT HISTORY....AGAIN!!!

Payton Zdybel just LAUNCHED his way into the record books, breaking the High School Boys Javelin Record with an incredible throw of 36.55 meters (119’11”)

That throw didn’t just win the day… it SHATTERED a record that’s been standing strong since 2022!

Huge respect to previous record holder Griffin Moore, who set the bar at an impressive 110’7” — a mark that pushed greatness and helped pave the way for moments like this.

But today… it belongs to PAYTON...

This is what S-L-A is all about… Serve. Lead. Achieve.

We are SO proud of you, Payton!!! Keep chasing greatness — because clearly, you’re just getting started.

HISTORY MADE, WILDCATS!!!

Today, Carter Duncan didn’t just compete… he REWROTE the Slater record books!!!

With an incredible leap of 21’ 6.25” (6.56M), Carter has officially BROKEN the Slater High School Long Jump record — a record that has stood strong since 1976!!!

Let that sink in for a second… Nearly 50 years… and today, it’s HIS.

This is the kind of moment that defines dedication, grit, and Wildcat pride. The hours, the work, the focus — it ALL showed up on that runway today.

Carter, we are beyond proud of you for etching your name into Slater history!!!

Golf News (copied from Slater Booster Facebook page)

LET’S HEAR IT FOR OUR WILDCAT GOLFERS

Another STRONG showing for Slater Golf and we are here for it.

Tytan Wiseman led the way, finishing Top 10 with an 8th place finish and a 90 — way to battle out there!!!

And as a TEAM… Slater Wildcats finish 4th overall

That’s grit.

That’s consistency.

That’s Wildcat pride.

Shoutout to the entire squad for putting in the work and representing Slater the right way:

Tytan Wiseman

Ben Gochenour

Cade Wise

Ray Lee

Issac Larson

Braylon Dowell

This team keeps showing up, competing, and getting better every single time out

Keep swinging, keep grinding… BIG things are coming!

* Images from Slater Booster Club Facebook page

from Mrs. Crews's 4/24 email:

Good morning, Wildcats!

If you are planning to enroll in a Dual Enrollment course for the Fall (or Summer), we will be meeting Monday afternoon (tentatively in the Cafeteria) at the end of 7th Hour. Wait for an all-call.

Check out what I need you to do below PRIOR to the meeting:

All Grades
Apply online and have your application submitted to the respective school. There is a turn in folder in my outside bin if you feel you are finished - if not, bring the sheets to Monday's meeting!

Incoming Sophomores
Decide between the 2-3 available courses you are allowed in your 1st semester of Dual Enrollment.

Incoming Juniors & Seniors

Take a look at your potential schools + general education requirements at each. Make a list based off available courses I gave you that match up closely with your college's list (many schools are very similar, but differ at the same time).

Since we focus on getting a lot of your gen eds out of the way, we don't always dive into specific major requirements as those are better on site in the collegiate setting. I know several want to meet with me individually - if you have the list ready, I can quickly tell you what works for this next step. We will get there!

Summer Interest

For those interested in summer coursework, I will have info on this as well during the meeting.

Have a fantastic weekend!

LC

As we approach the end of the school year, I want to make sure everyone is clear on how attendance impacts summer school requirements.

Important Dates

The Summer School determination list will be finalized on Friday, May 1
Families will be notified of their student’s status on or before Tuesday, May 5

How Summer School is Determined
Attendance is calculated based on each student’s cumulative rate as of May 1:

80–90% attendance → 1 week of Summer School required
Below 80% attendance → 2 weeks of Summer School required

Students who do not attend their assigned summer school time will be required to make up that time in Transition at the start of the next school year.

Our goal is to keep students in class, learning every day. If your student is close to a cutoff, this is the time to make every day count. Attendance matters, and these expectations will be applied consistently.

This year's Pop Assembly format is a Talent Show - open to SHS Students and Staff!

To perform, you must:

Sign up on the list outside of J Clem's Office
Audition after school on Wednesday, April 22 or Friday, April 24 (Band & Choir acts will audition during class)
Get J Clem approval after Auditions

You can sing, play an instrument, showcase a talent, etc!

Mr. Meyer has offered to work with vocal acts if you're wanting tips or practice time. If you're interested in working with him, contact him by emailing stephenmeyer@slaterschools.net.

If you have questions, email J Clem at jclements@slaterschools.net.

The Slater Ministerial Alliance invites you to attend the 2026 Baccalaureate Service on Sunday, April 26 at 5:00 at the Methodist Church.

Baccalaureate Service is a community event that recognizes and celebrates our graduating seniors.

It’s different from graduation. Graduation is the formal ceremony - Baccalaureate is a chance to slow down, reflect, and take in the moment with family, friends, and the community that has supported you along the way.

This service is typically organized by local churches or community members. It may include short messages of encouragement, student involvement through music, and time to reflect on the journey to this point and what comes next.

Baccalaureate is optional and open to all seniors and their families, in addition to the community and staff. The focus is on appreciation, support, and sending our students forward with confidence.

We strongly encourage our seniors and their families to attend. This is a meaningful way to recognize the people, places, and community that have invested in you throughout your time in high school—and to say thank you before you take your next step.

May 1, 2026
12:00 pm - A+ Tutoring Logs, Attendance Appeals DUE to Mrs. Anderson

Wednesday, May 6
8:00 am - Senior Grades DUE

8:45 am - Staff/Student Talent Show @ Auditorium
>> Parents may attend. Check in at the office.
10:15 am - Decision Day Event - watch for info from Lady Crews
>> Parents may attend. Check in at the office.
10:45 am - HS Senior Slide Show, Senior Send-Off @ Gym
>> Parents may attend. Check in at the office.
12:00 pm - Final determination about Commencement Location announced
>> We’re planning on the Football Field. Weather may send us to the Gym.

Thursday, May 7
8:00 am - Graduation Photos @ Gym

>> Wear your Cap & Gown
>> LeeStudio takes photos, see price info on other side of sheet
>> Parents do NOT attend

9:15 am - PreK/HS Wildcat Walk @ hallways
>> Wear your Cap & Gown
>> Parents may attend. Check in at the office.

9:45 am - Graduation Practice @ Field or Gym
>> Parents do NOT attend

10:45 am - Senior Brunch @ TBA
>> Ride the bus there AND back
>> Parents do NOT attend

Friday, May 8
6:30 pm - Seniors arrive @ Shelter House across from Concession Stand (or in the Library if ceremony is in the gym)
>> Wear your Cap & Gown

6:45 pm - Staff arrives @ Shelter House
7:00 pm - Graduation/Commencement Ceremony
>> Immediately following the Recessional (at the end of the ceremony), Graduates report to the Concession Stand window. You will return your Life Academy Cords, NHS Stohls, and other items that belong to the District.
>> Once everything that belongs to the District is collected, you will be given an envelope with your signed diploma in addition to various certificates, papers, etc.

Having Dutchman's Brew on site last week was wonderful. I don't know if it's in the stars for them to return to campus or not, but...

Students may visit the coffee truck before school or during lunch. At no point in the day should they not be in class to be at the coffee truck. Don't ask.

The Handbook Highlight is a recap of a handbook policy or entry that our Students/Adults need to be aware of.

If I'm taking the time to include it, it's something to pay attention to - either because I'm seeing that people aren't clear on it, people aren't complying with it, or I'm about to crack down on it.

This week's HANDBOOK HIGHLIGHT is:

LIFE ACADEMY
Life Academy is a High School program designed to ensure student readiness & success in their next steps. Staff members serve as ambassadors to find experts to guide our students in various areas ranging from presentation skills to car care, legal issues, home loans, and everywhere in between. The goal of Life Academy is to expand our classroom curriculum with practical applications and chances to talk to professionals in a variety of fields.

Students must complete the following criteria to be Life Academy certified and wear Life Academy cords at Commencement:

Complete Life Academy lessons
Maintain an updated Resume and Cover Letter
Participate in a job interview (mock or real)
Finish a minimum of 12 hours of Job Shadowing (complying with SHS guidelines)
Take 'the Core Plus More' = Required Graduation credits plus two more credits in one or more core areas

ATTENDANCE MEASURES
The following measures may be utilized throughout the school year: reminder letters/emails, hotline call(s) may be placed, outside agencies (law enforcement, juvenile office) may be contacted.

Students whose cumulative attendance falls between 80-90% as of May 1st will be required to attend one week of summer school. Students who fail to attend will serve this time in transition at the beginning of the following school year.
Students whose cumulative attendance falls below 80% as of May 1st will be required to attend two weeks of summer school. Students who fail to attend will serve this time in transition at the beginning of the following school year.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students must meet all district graduation requirements per BOE policy IKF to graduate. Graduation requirements and grading scales for a student with a disability(ies) may be determined according to the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Participation in the commencement ceremony is a privilege and not a right. Students must be in good standing and have no outstanding balance on school accounts to participate in graduation or promotion ceremonies.

Hey Wildcat fans! The Wildcat Sideline Scoop is still here - it just looks a little different as we're in the heart of a busy spring season.

Read all about our walk-off win against our CAC conference rivals, the Glasgow Yellow Jackets on Tuesday , April 7th, along with varsity track results from the Harrisburg Meet on April 10th.

Keep an eye out over the next couple of weeks for our final coverage from Wildcat Sideline Scoop.

Ms. Mindy and I hear some kooky things.

Here are some Attendance details I want to shed some light on:

We track attendance by the hour.
If you're here for 4+ consecutive hours, you can attend that evening's activities, if you're in good standing.
Being here for 4 consecutive hours does NOT change your attendance code to all-day present.
You must have parent permission to leave/sign out, even if you're 18.
Not being where you're supposed to be (class, aiding location, etc.) results in a Truancy referral.

Students should not paint their chromebooks or put stickers on their machines. If you want to personalize yours, buy a case and personalize it. Chromebooks are still property of the school.

If your machine is painted, clean it off.

We are having issues again with students showing up for hot lunch that weren't signed up for lunch. We talked about it in October, but let's recap:

Everyone who wants to eat will be fed - breakfast or lunch - but we've been having some issues with our Lunch numbers...If you know that you're going to eat School Lunch that day, please let your First Hour Teacher know when they take attendance each day. If your plans changed or you changed your mind and you'll be eating school lunch, hang back in the line and let those who put their name on this list go through the line first.

Wildcat fans! Baseball season is here, and our Team Store is open! ⚾️ Every item you purchase sends $5 straight back to our Baseball team.

Our SHS baseball team appreciates your support!

https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/SLA26bsb1

If there is a Late Start called for weather or road conditions, please refer to the graphic above for times that the doors will unlock and classes will start. In the event of a Late Start (not already on the calendar), Saline County Career Center students will not travel to SCCC.

UPDATED SCHEDULE:
The weight room will be open for all HS students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45-4:30.

See Mrs. Campbell if you have questions.

In compliance with Missouri Senate Bill 68 (1481), cell phone use for students is prohibited during regular school hours. Students violating the policy will be subject to disciplinary action.

Electronic Devices (excluding calculators)
Students who are using electronic devices will be escorted to the office by a staff member.
1. Device may be picked up by the student at the end of the day in the office.
2. Parents will be required to pick up the device.
3. Parents will be required to pick up the device and a 60 minute student detention will be assigned.
4. Parents will be required to pick up the device and a 3 hour detention will be assigned.

*Any additional offenses may require confiscation of the device by administration.

What staff member deserves a shout out?

Take a minute to let me know all about it by filling out THIS FORM.

Students, Parents, and Staff can give a shout out to any Slater Schools employee! We'll make sure they receive a copy of it and will look for ways to share them with you throughout the year as well.

Let's get to bragging about all the good people around here!

Heads up: I have directed teachers to keep HS students in their assigned classrooms during class time. This applies to Traditional Students, Aides, and Dual Credit students.

If you need to use the restroom, do so between classes, or after checking in with your classroom teacher and getting permission before class.

To recap:

Students should not be out of the classrooms. Students should not be in classrooms that they are not rostered to. They are not to leave their aiding/dual credit room early.

Check out the Handbook Highlight for full details about the Dress Code, but let's be clear and on the same page about a few things:

You have to wear shoes to school. Shoes have HARD SOLES. Soft-soled slippers are not shoes.
Don't wear clothing to school that has beer or tobacco logos or references on it.
You are to be covered arm-pit to arm-pit and half-way down your leg. No exposed stomachs or sternums.

Recap from 10/30 Assembly:

EVERY HS student qualifies for FREE Breakfast & Lunch. Breakfast is served from 7:30 am - 7:54 am. Pick up your tray in the Kitchen and give your PIN to Mrs. Gregg in the Cafeteria. While you're welcome to eat it in the Cafeteria, most HS students take their food to the First Hour class.
All Breakfast food (from the Cafeteria or something you bring in from outside) needs to be cleaned up and put away by 8:00 am.
Everyone who wants to eat will be fed - breakfast or lunch - but we've been having some issues with our Lunch numbers...If you know that you're going to eat School Lunch that day, please let your First Hour Teacher know when they take attendance each day. If your plans changed or you changed your mind and you'll be eating school lunch, hang back in the line and let those who put their name on this list go through the line first.

New information:

I recently learned that several HS students are carrying their Lunch Cards around in their mouth. (Ewww!) Mrs. Gregg usually has to hold the cards to scan them, and she's having to handle them straight out of your mouth. (Ewww!) DO NOT PUT YOUR LUNCH CARDS IN YOUR MOUTH, and ABSOLUTELY DO NOT ASK MRS. GREGG TO HANDLE A SLOBBERY CARD.
If your lunch card has to be replaced because you've chewed on it, you will have to pay for the replacement cost. Other reasons you'd have to pay for your own replacement: Lost cards, damaged cards due to inappropriate use, and shenanigans.

Let's revisit the Universal Rules I outlined on the first day of school:

Universal Rules

Read your emails
Read the newsletters
Compliance with Cell phone law
No hats/hoods in the building
No students sitting/laying on the floor
Don’t go into a classroom that you're not assigned to
No food in the classrooms after breakfast
Drinks need leak-proof (screw-on) lids

Teachers can say no drinks in their classroom

9. Students don’t line up at the door before the bell. They are dismissed by teachers

These rules apply in EVERY classroom. EVERY hour. EVERY day.

Highlights from Friday morning's Rules Recap:

No food in the classrooms after 8:00 am.
Drinks must have a screw-top/spill-proof lid.
Teachers can say no drinks in their rooms.
If you're leaving the classroom during class, your phone stays in the room with the teacher
Open Lunch is a privilege, not a right. Recklessness in the parking lot, street, etc. will result in revoking of Open Lunch.
Do not go into a classroom that you're not assigned to.

If you know that you won't be at school on a certain day for an appointment, meeting, etc. - besides telling your teachers (which is great!) - please let Ms. Mindy know.

You can do so by emailing her at mwiseman@slaterschools.net.

Parents can call Ms. Mindy at 660-529-2278, ext. 107.

Please note the policy for Unsportsmanlike Actions at an extra-curricular activity:

Administrator Warning
Minimum of 1 week, up to and including 365 day suspension from all District extracurricular events
365 day suspension from all District extracurricular activities

Due to liability concerns from our insurance company, pets are not permitted on school property, including the Sports Complex.

This excludes service animals and classroom/curricular animals, pre approved by a Building Principal.

Students must be in good standing to participate in extracurricular events/activities. (This includes attending those events as a spectator.)

Students must be in attendance at school for four consecutive hours on the day of the event to be able to play in or attend an extracurricular event/activity.

HS students aren't to watch Netflix - or other video platforms - in classrooms, even if you're done with your work. You should have enough to do in each hour that you don't have time to pull it up, and if you do complete something early, you can utilize our Library and check out a book or work on a curricular assignment for another class.

HS students, remember that you can get FREE breakfast AND lunch every day (see menus below)!

To get free breakfast, just go through the kitchen to get your tray (you can put what you don't want in the share bins for other students), then enter your PIN with the adult past the salad bar station in the cafeteria.

To get free lunch, go through the kitchen for the hot lunch option or the salad bar line in the cafeteria. Make sure to get a drink from the cooler and give your PIN number to the adult at the counter.

You can get extras, grab & go snacks, or food from the warmer as well, but you have to have money on your lunch account for that. You can add money to account in several ways:

On the TeacherEase app (Parent Portal side)
Bring Ms. Mindy money/check in the HS office
Bring a credit/debit card for Ms. Mindy to run for the specified amount in the HS office

Bon Appetit, Wildcats!

Reminder for Saline County Career Center (SCCC) students:

The van leaves at 7:25 am
If the temperature/weather results in a school cancelation or late start for Slater HS, SCCC students will NOT travel, even if Marshall is in session.
If Slater is in session, but Marshall is not, SCCC students will report to Slater HS at or before 10:45 am.